@johnshorse posted:I have found it very problematic and of poor quality. I assume it is a Chinese product with varying product and questionable metals. In fact I gave mine away or tossed it out. I would stick with other manufacturers if at all possible or find rehabilitations of older Lionel on auctions sites.
Apple phones and I-pods are Chinese products. I bought my Menards track about four years ago and think it is great. I don't know how long ago you got yours, but you do know that production from the first year or so was not up to standard and has been improved ever since.
